--- title: What actuator speed and precision are achievable for sheet metal presses? description: Explore key actuator specifications and integration strategies for automotive press lines like hexapod sheet metal presses. Learn about actuator speed, precision, and maintenance best practices for RACO actuators. Discover monitoring techniques, fail-safe solutions, and cost-effective actuator options tailored for automotive manufacturing and small OEMs. Perfect guide for engineers and automation professionals seeking reliable and optimized actuator performance. --- [Skip to content](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/raco-ma-type-a-direct-motor-driven-screw-selection-chart-3-1-0-0-3-0#main-content) English - United States Show submenu for translations ![](https://info.racointernational.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Cream%20Minimal%20Aesthetic%20Studio%20Facebook%20Cover%20(851%20x%20315%20px)%20(1640%20x%20624%20px)%20(1640%20x%20624%20px)%20(2000%20x%20624%20px)%20(3).png?width=2000&height=625&name=Cream%20Minimal%20Aesthetic%20Studio%20Facebook%20Cover%20(851%20x%20315%20px)%20(1640%20x%20624%20px)%20(1640%20x%20624%20px)%20(2000%20x%20624%20px)%20(3).png) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English - United States Show submenu for translations - [Contact us](https://share.hsforms.com/2IHwoo1SXQV6LKaKpwnj-0Qrgmyq) [Contact us](https://share.hsforms.com/2IHwoo1SXQV6LKaKpwnj-0Qrgmyq) How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [RACO Actuator Knowledge Base](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base?hsLang=en-us) 2. [FAQs](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us) 3. [Automotive (Hexapod, 6-axis machines, Sheet Metal Press Machinery)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#automotive-hexapod-6-axis-machines-sheet-metal-press-machinery) # What actuator speed and precision are achievable for sheet metal presses? **With the RACO EPS06 Positioning device, operating speeds can be maintained throughout the duty cycle of the press.  Likewise, positional accuracies can be maintained with our Feedback Positioning Device.**  - [FAQs](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#main-content) - [Plant Construction (Hydromechanical Equipment / Lock & Dam)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#plant-construction-hydromechanical-equipment-lock-dam) - [Buildings (Movable Bridges, Locks, Wedges)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#buildings-movable-bridges-locks-wedges) - [Automotive (Hexapod, 6-axis machines, Sheet Metal Press Machinery)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#automotive-hexapod-6-axis-machines-sheet-metal-press-machinery) - [Material Handling (Bulk Handling / Coal Conveyor, Diverters, Snow Plows)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#material-handling-bulk-handling-coal-conveyor-diverters-snow-plows) - [Energy (Power Plants, Renewable Energy Control)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#energy-power-plants-renewable-energy-control) - [Food (Processing Plant Conveyors, Steering Actuators)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#food-processing-plant-conveyors-steering-actuators) - [Iron & Steel (Cold Rolling Mills, Tube Mills, Shear Applications)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#iron-steel-cold-rolling-mills-tube-mills-shear-applications) - [Cranes & Lifters (Lifting, Storm Pins, Grabbers)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#cranes-lifters-lifting-storm-pins-grabbers) - [Transportation (Rail, Heavy Equipment)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#transportation-rail-heavy-equipment) - [Machinery (Industrial, Material Positioning)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#machinery-industrial-material-positioning) - [General](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/general?hsLang=en-us) - [Compact Engineering Charts](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/compact-engineering-charts?hsLang=en-us) - [MA Engineering Charts](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/ma-engineering-charts?hsLang=en-us) [![RACO International L.P.](https://info.racointernational.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RACO-2.png?width=240&height=240&name=RACO-2.png "RACO International L.P.")](http://racointernational.com) 3350 Industrial Blvd | Bethel Park | PA | 15102 [mailto:raco@racointernational.com](mailto:raco@racointernational.com) Copyright © 2025, RACO International L.P.